6 Places to Go Fishing This Summer

Where should you travel for fishing adventures like none other? The U.S. has many astonishing locations perfect for fishermen and their crew, but the six locations below are among the best places. Each of these locations provides out-of-this-world fishing that you’ll treasure for a long time to come.

Land Between the Lakes, KY

Land Between the Lakes, KY (and in Tennessee,) is one of the best fishing spots in the U.S., well-worth a trip from any location. Four small ponds are great for playtime fishing, while the real fun starts when you explore the more than 220,000 acres of lake water. There are 12 on-site camping sites for visitors to explore the nature around them during their trip.

Minneapolis, MN

Lake Minnetonka is situated about 24-miles from Minneapolis. Known as the ‘Land of the 10,000 Lakes,’ this lake is unquestionably one of the best bass fishing spots in the U.S. The unique lake structure offers the opportunity to catch a variety of fish, including northern pike and walleye. The lake spans a size of more than 14,000 acres.

Black Hills, SD

Trout-filled streams fill the many lakes in Black Hills, South Dakota, a fishing spot oftentimes overlooked by even the most distinguished fishermen. Pristine beauty is in great abundance throughout the area and is a visit is worth every minute you’re in town. Don’t forget a visit to Mount Rushmore while in Black Hills on your fishing adventure.

Galveston, TX

Galveston, Texas is one of the Gulf’s best saltwater fishing spots. The Rollover Pass, East Bay, and Eagle Point Marina are among the best places to drop your line for a quick bite. Some of the spots are open 24/7, as many prefer night time fishing. Bait-and-tackle shops aren’t hard to come by in Galveston and when you aren’t fishing, there is an abundance of fun things to see and do!

Lake St. Clair, MI

Named by Bassmaster as the 2013 Bass Fishing Destination of the Year, Lake St. Clair, Michigan sits in the Great Lakes area near the Canadian border. More than 130-miles of water provides fishermen opportunities they won’t find anywhere else in the world.

Mammoth Lake, CA

Mammoth Lake, California is a beautiful place to vacation, especially for fishermen and their families. Trout fish are commonly found in these beautiful waters. Choose from lake fishing, pond fishing, and many other options and enjoy an abundance of fun!